Sarasota FL

On May 19, Bradenton marks 123 years since its incorporation in 1903, and residents may notice new “America 250 / Bradenton 123” banners displayed throughout downtown and inside City Hall. Bradenton’s story began modestly. Incorporation passed by just 59 votes to 34, transforming a riverside cluster of homes...

PALMETTO, Fla. - A historic cemetery in Palmetto is now at the center of a disturbing vandalism investigation after families discovered damaged graves and graffiti across the property. What we know:. Cracked concrete, broken gravesites and red spray paint could be seen throughout Old Memphis Cemetery on Tuesday. The Ma

In an era of online shopping and reduced interaction, there's a storefront in Sarasota that is an invaluable in-person resource to the community. Computer Advantage, a reputable Apple Premier Partner and fixture in the Bradenton/Sarasota area since 1991, is celebrating its 35th anniversary this May. This celebration is

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - SARASOTA, Fla. — They grew up two streets apart in war-torn Berlin. They performed for kings, presidents and sold-out crowds on the greatest stages in the world. And after more than eight decades of knowing each other, they said I do. Dieter Tasso, 92, and...

Fight: Another demonstration that little good happens after midnight resulted in the arrest of one man on multiple charges related to a fight. Several officers were engaged in dispersing a scuffle between two men who were handcuffed and separated as the investigation into the incident ensued. Both men told officers the

When it comes to discussing treatments and cures for cancer, medical experts say it is important to approach the conversation with empathy, care and the ability to listen. Dr. Dwight Fitch added that his way of comforting patients often includes a hug. “Showing them that you actually care means a...

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A Bradenton man was sentenced to seven years in prison after he assaulted a woman, threatened her with a gun and threw her cat from a fourth-floor balcony, the state attorney’s office said Tuesday. Daniel Rivera was convicted of criminal mischief, cruelty to animals, felony...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - Manatee County Habitat for Humanity opened applications Tuesday for its Affordable Homeownership Program, offering qualified buyers a chance to move into ready-to-sell townhomes. Applications opened at 10 a.m. Tuesday and will remain open until further notice. Qualified buyers could move i

Tucked along Central Avenue in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida, the Chihuly Collection is one of the most jaw-dropping art experiences in the entire Southeast. The gallery showcases the legendary glass sculptures of Dale Chihuly, an artist whose work looks like it belongs in a fantasy world rather than on planet Earth

A Canadian teacher is switching careers and launching a new bakery in Sarasota. Entrepreneur Tracy Calabrice recently signed a lease at 2139 Siesta Drive, where she plans to open Amalfi Bakehouse this summer. Calabrice is immigrating through the E-2 Treaty Investor visa, which allows entrepreneurs to live and work in..